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This bill, known as the "Prove It Act of 2025," aims to enhance transparency and accountability for federal regulatory decisions that impact small businesses by introducing several key provisions. The bill amends existing law to require federal agencies to provide more comprehensive initial regulatory flexibility analyses, including potential indirect costs on small entities that may be affected by a proposed rule, even if not directly regulated. It establishes a new review process where small entities or organizations representing them can petition the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration to review an agency's certification that a proposed rule will not significantly impact small businesses. The petition process includes detailed requirements for submission and allows for consultation, initial prima facie review, and potential full review by the Chief Counsel. If the Chief Counsel determines that a rule could significantly impact small entities, the agency must perform a more thorough regulatory flexibility analysis. The bill also requires agencies to publish guidance documents related to rules likely to impact small businesses on regulations.gov and allow public comments. Additionally, it mandates a periodic review of existing rules within 10 years, with consequences if an agency fails to conduct such a review, including potential invalidation of the rule. Importantly, the bill stipulates that no additional funds will be appropriated to implement these new requirements.

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